Furniture, Works of Art and Clocks - 3rd October 2018

Lot 476

λ A pair of giant clam shells (Tridacna Gigas)

Estimate £800 - £1,200 | Hammer £2600

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Description

λ A pair of giant clam shells (Tridacna Gigas), each pierced with a hole and with a lichen and moss encrusted finish, early 20th century or earlier, 86cm wide. (2)

The giant clam is the largest living bivalve mollusk.